Where the Wild Things Are
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: October 16, 2009
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MetaCrypticMay 13, 2014
Childhood redeemed!

I've never thought i see this book in the big screens considering how little content the original had. The author must of had alot of imagination to turn such few words into such a fantasy driven movie.
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WahlbergNov 28, 2014
this film make me laughing at Start till' end .. Spike Jonze Oscar Winner is Brilliant!! Different story and Fresh. Dan yang tidak kalah pentingnya adalah bagaimana cerita di dalam film ini juga menunjukan urgensi rasa kasih sayang danthis film make me laughing at Start till' end .. Spike Jonze Oscar Winner is Brilliant!! Different story and Fresh. Dan yang tidak kalah pentingnya adalah bagaimana cerita di dalam film ini juga menunjukan urgensi rasa kasih sayang dan kepedulian yang ada dalam keluarga. Max memang digambarkan sebagai seorang anak yang kesepian dan pemarah, tapi petualangan yang dilalui Max telah membuka matanya dan membawanya kembali ke pelukan penuh kasih ibunya. Bagaimana ceritanya? Silakan ditonton sendiri. Jangan lupa mengajak anak atau keponakan saat menonton film ini karena nilai moral dalam film ini begitu penting untuk ditanamkan dalam diri mereka.… Expand
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homer4presidentMar 31, 2015
Where The Wild Things Are is a very interesting achievement which will go down as one of the most intriguing and original children's adaptations in recent memory. While not everything about the story or its execution is entirely satisfying,Where The Wild Things Are is a very interesting achievement which will go down as one of the most intriguing and original children's adaptations in recent memory. While not everything about the story or its execution is entirely satisfying, Jonze deserves a lot of credit for capturing the mood and tone of Sendak's story, and for his realization of the titular creatures. Whether as a playful exploration of a child's imagination or a complex Freudian journey, it is something that remain with you for a very long time.… Expand
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MumofoneJan 17, 2016
I just watched this with my 9.5 year and we were both transfixed for different reasons. It was a great discussion starter around how to deal with really big feelings, the messiness of relationships and tapping into feelings in general. 24I just watched this with my 9.5 year and we were both transfixed for different reasons. It was a great discussion starter around how to deal with really big feelings, the messiness of relationships and tapping into feelings in general. 24 hours later, we are both still processing it. It's a quiet movie. Lots of introspection. But it's nice not being told what to think or feel and to just be in the moment. It wasn't what either of us expected - and that's what made it so intriguing. Enjoy this but be prepared to to discuss with children.… Expand
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CTHReviewsOct 26, 2018
This film is very unevenly toned, there's not many smooth segways in between scenes, characters will talk about random things, and will randomly switch between emotions for no reason. But that's what makes Where the Wild Things Are so unique.This film is very unevenly toned, there's not many smooth segways in between scenes, characters will talk about random things, and will randomly switch between emotions for no reason. But that's what makes Where the Wild Things Are so unique. These things would normally be issues in most other films, but Spike Jonze has these through the lens of a child's mind. Children ARE random and irrational at times, and this film more than most others, knows exactly how to portray these feelings.… Expand
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papajosephDec 27, 2019
I saw this movie for the first time in 2013 as a 10 year old boy and could not understand this thing. Now when I changed and much time has past I think its really great movie to watch. Some people found it boring and depressing and I canI saw this movie for the first time in 2013 as a 10 year old boy and could not understand this thing. Now when I changed and much time has past I think its really great movie to watch. Some people found it boring and depressing and I can agree that it is not a easy thing to watch but sometimes the chars are talking about things that would seem philosophic but it is actually very random. Still if you have some free time and tired of same Disney movies. Watch it and try to make your own opinion.… Expand
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IvoryrileyMay 5, 2020
Literally my favorite movie. I watch it at least once every 6 months. Highly recommend for kids or adults
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campbellsouptmAug 13, 2020
This movie affected me so deeply and profoundly. I’m not sure why. Maybe it was Max’s crumbling fantasy and him having to face reality. Whatever it was, it made me sob for hours. Amazing.
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geewahJan 28, 2021
A haunting and beautiful adaption of Sendak's much loved children's book.
It expands the world of Max's imagination while staying as loyal as possible to the source material (what there is of it) which is a fair achievement in its self.
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